Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Let's take a closer look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WG-4 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 GPS was brought out 24 months before the WG-4 GPS making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-2 GPS scores versus the WG-4 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 GPS provides outside dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-2 GPS compared to the WG-4 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 GPS and WG-4 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 GPS and WG-4 GPS.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged WG-2 GPS is going to be behind in sensor technology.